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Financial Analyst, Lateral Investment

DLA Piper · Reston, VA · 1 wk ago
HybridFinance$88k–$117k/yrFull-time

Summary

The Strategic Financial Analyst, Lateral Investment, in collaboration with and in support of the firm’s strategic initiatives, plays a pivotal role in supporting the long-term financial direction of the firm. This individual is a technically skilled, curious, and forward-thinking professional who supports decision-making through data-driven insights.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare timely financial analysis of lateral hire partner candidates, including evaluating historical performance, book of business, profitability potential, and other key metrics to support hiring decisions.

  • Prepare monthly lateral performance report in support of monthly close, including commentary and detailed analytics.

  • Enhance lateral financial analysis end-to-end process; working with key stakeholders and technology to automate and standardize workflow and model inputs/outputs.

  • Track and monitor post-hire lateral performance against approved financial scenarios and market benchmarks, identifying key variance drivers and communicate emerging risks or opportunities for lateral investments.

  • Identify opportunities to streamline lateral and other financial processes, improve data quality, and increase reporting efficiency through automation and standardization.

  • Contribute to finance automation efforts, including building and improving simple-language AI agents (e.g., chatbots, cash flow models, validation tools) that support FP&A workflows.

  • Partner with senior Finance leaders, Recruiting, and Practice Group leadership to present findings, assumptions, and financial recommendations in a clear and concise manner.

  • Support practice group and firm reporting requirements by providing informative analytics and insights to leadership, with a focus on actionable recommendations and profitability.

  • Perform ad hoc financial analysis and reporting requests, synthesizing findings into clear takeaways and recommended actions.

Desired Skills

  • Ability to analyze complex financial and operational data and translate results into actionable insights.

  • Strong communication and financial storytelling skills; comfortable presenting to non-finance stakeholders.

  • High energy, eagerness to learn, and interest in applying AI/automation to modernize FP&A processes.

  • Familiarity with tools such as Python, SQL, Power BI, Microsoft Copilot Studio, Claude, or similar platforms is a plus.

  • Experience in a law firm, financial institution, or professional services organization is a plus.

Required Qualifications

  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to handle highly confidential information.

  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across Finance, Talent, and firm leadership.

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

  • Collaborative, agile, and curious mindset with an eagerness to learn.

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Data Science, or a related field.

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in FP&A, finance, data analytics, or accounting.

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